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Black Beauty Fountain Grass
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Black Beauty'
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2 UK retailers
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A rewarding decorative grass for UK gardens, Black Beauty Fountain Grass grows to around 60cm in full sun. Enjoy blooms from August to October. Provides food and shelter for garden birds.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧💧 Moderate
Hardiness
🌡️ H4 (Half Hardy)
Size
📏 60cm tall × 45cm wide
Flowers
🌸 aug,sep,oct
Wildlife
🐝 Seeds for birds
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Prices from 2 retailers
Prices last checked: 27 Oct 2026
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| Big Plant Nursery | £16.50Checked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Big Plant NurseryOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Thompson & Morgan + £6.99 delivery | from£12.00Checked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Big Plant Nursery
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Thompson & Morgan
+ £6.99 delivery
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Plant Information
About this plant
A rewarding decorative grass for UK gardens, Black Beauty Fountain Grass grows to around 60cm in full sun. Enjoy blooms from August to October. Provides food and shelter for garden birds.
Latin Name
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Black Beauty'
Family
Hardiness Zone
H4
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
moderate
Flowering Season
aug,sep,oct
Mature Height
60cm
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Black Beauty Fountain Grass online in the UK?
You can buy Black Beauty Fountain Grass from 2 UK nurseries including Thompson & Morgan, Big Plant Nursery. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Black Beauty Fountain Grass?
The scientific name for Black Beauty Fountain Grass is Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Black Beauty'.
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